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YA14 YLF

2014 BMW X1

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,630 mi
Last recorded90,630 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2014 BMW X157,868 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA14 YLF
MakeBMW
ModelX1
Year2014
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 90,630 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Feb 2026 90,554 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 81,242 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Feb 2024 81,242 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 75,158 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

emission to low to read on smoke meter

Pass 6 Apr 2021 64,093 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. back plate (1.2.1 (c))

smoke emissons to low to read on smoke meter

Pass 16 Jan 2020 59,810 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 3 Jul 2019 55,710 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 40,453 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 25,132 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 25,132 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the BMW X1?

Based on 930,947 MOT tests across 114,866 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
6,836
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
114,866
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,863
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 3,459
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YA14 YLF is a 2014 BMW X1 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2014 BMW X1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 57,868 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW X1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,863 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YA14 YLF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW X1 typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 12 years old, this BMW X1 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YA14 YLF registered?

YA14 YLF is a 2014 BMW X1, first registered on 7 July 2014.

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